Phoenix Foundation a finalist in Facebook giveaway

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Aug 24, 2013 at 10:00 AM

Phoenix Foundation is one of six finalists in a special Facebook giveaway for an automated external defibrillator through a Facebook giveaway promotion by AED, a medical supply company based in Brentwood, Tenn. The company created put the contest out earlier this year, requesting that those interested in earning a free unit write a short essay on why their company is deserving of the item.

Tammy Knox Of The Carmi Times

Phoenix Foundation is one of six finalists in a special Facebook giveaway for an automated external defibrillator through a Facebook giveaway promotion by AED, a medical supply company based in Brentwood, Tenn. The company created put the contest out earlier this year, requesting that those interested in earning a free unit write a short essay on why their company is deserving of the item. Greg Hays responded and Phoenix is now in the homestretch for the defibrillator.

"This is a nationwide giveaway and Phoenix is a finalist," said Hays. "This is all based on a vote through Facebook, so we encourage everyone to get onto our Facebook page and follow the link to AED.com and vote for us."

Only one vote per person will be allowed through AED.com's Facebook page and voting ends Monday, Aug. 26. There is no fee to vote, and the item would be a great addition to the Phoenix Foundation as plans are well under way to reopen the former Carmi Township Hospital adjacent to Phoenix Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Hays' essay, titled "AED can save lives in rural America," includes the following message: According to AED.com, approximately 1,000 people per day fall victim to cardiac arrest. Survival rates may jump from 7 to 40 percent when an AED is available. I am an ACLS nurse in a small town in rural Illinois, currently without an active hospital. I work in a long-term care nursing facility without an AED. Transport time to a hospital can reach up to 45 minutes. The gift of an AED would save lives in our rural healthcare facility, to where budget constraints sometimes will not allow for the purchase of a life saving AED. Thank you for your consideration in my request to fulfill my goals as a healthcare professional."

In addition to the link off Greg Hays' Facebook page, the Carmi Times has also implemented a link for convenience to area residents. Hays' essay is currently in third place, so votes are needed to secure the top prize.

A vote for Hays' essay at AED.com will benefit the entire community and will be a great step forward in saving lives in White County.

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